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Ward Lake

Ward Lake, sometimes referred to as Deep Ward Lake, is located on the Grand Mesa near the U.S. Forest Service Visitor Center. This lake offers easy access for fishing, camping, boating, hiking and picnicking. Located near Cedaredge
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Fish Species in Ward Lake:

We have 5 fish species listed for this lake, including a rough fish, a salmonid, and a handful of trout. Log in and join FxR+ for a full detailed list.
Ward Lake on FishExplorer has 5 historic conditions reports, 2 historic water temperature updates, 12 historic status updates, 2 historic water level updates, available with FxR+.
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Recent Reports

We have cataloged 21 reports for Ward Lake, including detailed updates, temperatures, levels, and lake status.
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11.05.24
Water Tmp:  12.17.17
Level:  12.17.17

Conditions Report

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Ward Photos

photo by IceAngler
photo by IceAngler
photo by IceAngler

Your Trip Journal

Ward Lake

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Master Angler Records

This lake has 1 record, including 1 trout. Master angler data compiled from the Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Join FxR+ for full details.

General Details

Unofficially, the Grand Mesa is recognized as the largest flat top mountain in the world. With over 100 lakes and reservoirs containing habitat and conditions suitable for fish populations year-round... Log in for additional details...

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Regs/Info

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Camping

We have 1 camping area listed at or near, and a short note about camping around Ward Lake. Join FxR+ to gain full access...

Boating

We have 1 boat ramp listed, and a short note about boating at Ward Lake. Join FxR+ to gain full access...

Directions, Fees, Misc

Managing Agency

US Forest Service
740 Simms St
Golden, CO 80401
303-275-5350
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FishExplorer Region: Southwest

Directions

From Cedaredge, travel north on Highway 65 16.0 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 121 just past ...

Fees

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Ward Lake Stocking Data

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Weather, Sun & Moon

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Lake Imagery/Maps

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